MEDIA APPEARANCE: Included in Banana Meter's "First Reactions" for "Lightyear"

The newly-formed Rotten Tomatoes alternative Banana Meter has been gathering talented critics and hoping to make a social media splash. They’ve been timely and spirited with highlighting their members and getting their reviews out there. One of these frequent features is a collection of “First Reactions” for big new releases. If I can get my work done early enough, I have the chance of my work and grade being selected for one of those hot-off-the-press features. It’s an honor to join friends and peers for such an inclusion. Here’s my highlight from Lightyear.

2022, Media AppearanceDon ShanahanJune 19, 2022Banana Meter, LightyearComment

MEDIA APPEARANCE: Included in Hollywood Critics Association "Gradebook" for "Jurassic Park Dominion"

Upon being accepted into the Hollywood Critics Association, their fine site-runners and admins assemble “Gradebooks” collecting early reviews and grades from their critics on popular releases. When I can get more work completed and a review submitted early enough, my take and connected quotes have the chance to make these shout-out posts. My newest was being included for Jurassic World Dominion playing now in theaters. Check out your boy!

MOVIE REVIEW: Good Luck to You, Leo Grande

Where some viewers will immediately implode with pearl-clutching outrage hellbent on voicing warped decency and unfair determinations, others will be ignited by the possibilities of this premise and the talent involved. Alas, once again, the key of Good Luck to You, Leo Grande remains the rich conversation. More viral potency comes from the shared verbal exchanges than any “afternoon delight.”

Turning Your Backyard into the Perfect Movie Theatre

Do you know what’s better than catching the latest blockbuster movies at your local cinema? Having your own backyard theater! A backyard movie theater is a customized, comfortable space where you can watch movies and play by your own rules. You can wear pajamas, bring whatever snacks you like, and never have to worry about strangers ruining your experience.

2022, Column, EditorialDon ShanahanJune 18, 2022Comment

PODCAST: Episode 68 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 68th episode, two chaotic film critics, paleontologist dads, and fossilized school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan take umbrage with the new release Jurassic World Dominion. They question then purpose and charm while trying to find and acknowledge any good parts of what is billed as being a trilogy conclusion. We think you're find two guys rooting for the dinosaurs instead of the people.

Cinephile Hissy Fit, Podcast, 25YL, Media AppearanceDon ShanahanJune 17, 2022Cinephile Hissy Fit, Jurassic World DominionComment

Reelgood Top 10: Week of June 9-15, 2022

Reelgood just published its Top 10 Titles in Streaming for this week (06/09/22 to 06/15/22). Hustle, the NBA story about scout Stanley Sugarman that is captivating audiences and critics debuts at #4. Just behind is Ms. Marvel, Disney+ series about 16-year-old girl superhero Kamala Khan.

2022, ColumnDon ShanahanJune 17, 2022ReelgoodComment

MEDIA APPEARANCE: Included in Rotten Tomatoes "First Reviews" for "Lightyear"

Every now and then for the big new releases, Rotten Tomatoes will collect the tip-of-the-spear “first reviews” and highlight them in an editorial news column piece. If I can get my work in fast enough and it gets noticed, I have the chance of being selected and included in these round-up features. Recently, I was cited twice for Lightyear. For a guy like me, it’s the closest I’ll get to a pull quote anytime soon. It’s an honor to see my work recognized and mentioned next to some of my peers and the best critics in the business. Check out your boy!

2022, Media AppearanceDon ShanahanJune 16, 2022Rotten Tomatoes, LightyearComment

MOVIE REVIEW: Spiderhead

In both keen and ineffective ways, mood confusion is the slant of choice for Joseph Kosinski’s Spiderhead opening on Netflix this week. Targeting both the narrative characters and us in the voyeurs’ seats, purposeful choices are made to set a certain vibe. That curated atmosphere is meant to cloak and subvert a more impactful identity underneath. The clinchers for Spiderhead’s engagement as a thriller are how tantalizing the constructed mood is and how provocative is the hidden truth.

MOVIE REVIEW: Lightyear

There is a tremendous dichotomy of thought and talk amid Pixar’s Lightyear. Within the movie, we are granted a dramatic hero truer than the memorable action figure caricature we have come to cherish playing alongside other toys. This beefier Buzz Lightyear may still be narrating to himself, but his talk expresses strong emotions and virtuous desires more than push-button quips. He is his own man, not a packaged program of settings and market research.

2022, 4 STARS, ADVANCE MOVIE REVIEW, MOVIE REVIEWDon ShanahanJune 13, 2022Lightyear, Toy StoryComment

GUEST EDITORIAL: 5 Gratitude-Inspiring Holiday Movies You Can Watch Online

by Kathy D

Some of these touching moments are light and simple to watch, while others are more substantial. They convey profound lessons about the human spirit's resiliency, and they all move us. Hopefully, these highly recommended feel-good, gratitude-inspiring videos will help you stay positive and productive throughout the year.

2022, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanJune 12, 2022Comment

How to Download YouTube Video To iPad

Did you know that it’s possible to download YouTube videos and watch them offline on your iPad. Several YouTube converter applications will allow you to do this. In this article, we will discuss Softorino YouTube Converter 2 and how to use it.

2022, Column, EditorialDon ShanahanJune 11, 2022Comment

14 Unforgettable Movie Weed Quotes Everyone Should Know

Are you on the hunt for the best movie weed quotes? This selection of 420-inspired lines will have you and your friends in hysterics for hours. Pick your favorite stoner film from the list, get some blue weed strain buds, and prepare for comedy.

2022, Column, EditorialDon ShanahanJune 11, 2022Comment